Heart Zones Coaching

"I was scared, but now am changed because of the coaches and program!"

"Thanks for the encouragement! Yes, I was scared when I signed up, all alone, to train for my first triathlon, the Danskin 2007. I was fresh off the couch and way out of shape. I had never learned to swim because of a lifelong fear of water and didn't have a clue how to switch gears on the 20+ year old hybrid bike my neighbor had just given me. I was a complete mess but your enthusiasm for the sport, endless encouragement and superb leadership skills have brought me a long way in the past few years! I feel so much better about myself than I did when I started! It's so true that the woman who crosses the finish line is never the same! Thanks so much!" -Mary

"I couldn't have done it without my teammates!"

"I wanted to thank you for the support and encouragement during our training. I really enjoyed doing the triathlon with all of you. I'm so excited that I actually made it, and I don't know if I would have done it without all of you."-Charl

"A sport for life!"

"It was a wonderful program. I enjoyed every minute of it and got really motivated to make this sport part of my life."

--Christy

"I accomplished all I set out to do!"

"I definitely accomplished all of my goals through this program - to finish my first tri, to stay healthy, to meet new people and training partners, to have and stay on a set schedule. The coaches and team leaders were GREAT!!"

--Nancy

"The camaraderie holds you accountable"

 "There is a camaraderie that quietly holds you accountable especially on those days when you just don't feel like training. The ladies are always glad to see you and you them, no matter your skill level.

 --Anani

 "This has Re-Shaped My Body, My Life, and My Self-Esteem"

"I'm only going to train 3 times this week," I said to my husband on the Monday of the week of my sprint-distance triathlon in Orlando. We were trying to figure out our crazy schedules for the week, juggling kids, work, physical therapy appointments and babysitters.

Wait. What was that?

I stopped and pondered the impact of what I had just said. Then I laughed out loud. "I'm ONLY going to train THREE TIMES??"

Five months ago, that wouldn't have been something I'd said. That's because I was doing zero training. Zip. Nada. Nothing. Lots of thinking and guilty feelings about "exercising", but no real output.

So thanks, [Heart Zones Coaching]. Here I am, announcing I am "only" going to train three times in my taper week!! And sort of wishing it was more.

What a difference my Heart Zones training program has made in my fitness level, knowledge, body shape and size, my social life, and, most importantly, my self-confidence and self-esteem. I've made new friends, dropped 20 lbs, and re-built some muscles that haven't been seen in years. I feel good. I feel happy. I'm not even nervous about the race. [The coaches] have been inspirational in their efforts to bring the group I'm in right to where we need to be. I know people forget to say "thank you," so I'm saying it now. Thank you. Your mission is great. Your support so critical to the thousands of women who will run this year and whose lives (and health) are forever impacted.

--Gail F.

"One of the Greatest"

Yesterday, July 27, 2008 was my very first triathlon and one of the greatest events I've participated in.

I just wanted to tell you how much I really enjoyed working with Coach Shannon Porges and their workout leaders in Metro-South. It was an incredible experience I will treasure for a lifetime. Shannon and her crew brought so much fun to working out. I've always loved working out and being a part of a group, since I'm an avid cyclist, but I never knew how much fun it really could be. Shannon's spirit and zest for fun & fitness radiates into all the athletes she trains.

The team we had was just awesome, everyone was so supportive of each other and even today, the day after the triathlon, the spirit and buzz is still alive via emails. In such a short time we bonded and became a part of each others lives. I'm sure our friendships will carry on into the future and I wanted to personally thank you for putting together such a great organization that promotes fitness, camaraderie and friendship.

I'm honored to be a graduate of one of Heart Zones [Coaching] Programs. I look forward to next year and entering into the [advanced] program.

--Anne F. T.

"A program I would recommend"

"This was an excellent training program. I would highly recommend it to anyone."

--Andrea